So, I've been seeing a lot of articles in the 3DPI blogosphere about this new amazing 3d printed solar micro-house developed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory and their AMIE project.
Now, what is exactly new here? All the technology is well known for decades and used extensively both by hobbyists, campers, RVers, off grid hippies and big companies ...
Did they just spend tons of tax payers money to create an RV trailer with some solar panels on it and battery powered golf cart? Maybe I just don't understand science ...
Sure, there is some nice futuristic design and a BIG 3d printer (cool toys) but is this really worth it?
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Solar panels on RV trailers? Its nothing new ...
Now, what is exactly new here? All the technology is well known for decades and used extensively both by hobbyists, campers, RVers, off grid hippies and big companies ...
Did they just spend tons of tax payers money to create an RV trailer with some solar panels on it and battery powered golf cart? Maybe I just don't understand science ...
Sure, there is some nice futuristic design and a BIG 3d printer (cool toys) but is this really worth it?
Solar panels on RV trailers? Its nothing new ...